Artificial sweeteners are some of the most important, and widely used, food additives in the food manufacturing industry today. The question is, how much does a regular person shopping every weekend really know about artificial sweeteners – about their health benefits and risks, potential side effects, or different names that we often find on the labels?

Aromatherapy has been a part of our natural medicine for thousands of years, and today with modern science proving its health benefits, essential oils are becoming a part of our everyday life. But before we go shopping for essential oils, we need to understand what they can be used for, and if too much of a good thing can be harmful.

Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is a herb that grows in many parts of the world. The entire plant is edible and its leaves and root are used for medicinal purposes. Dandelion has great health and nutritional benefits, and is a good source of vitamins and antioxidants.

Over the last two decades gluten has gained notoriety. Yes, it is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening protein for individuals with Coeliac Disease, but it also has its benefits in the food industry. Today, we will look into the food science behind gluten.

Are gluten-free products and snacks healthy and good for us? Yes, they might not have gluten, but are we aware of the fillers and additives in them? Also, does “healthy” have the same meaning for the food manufacturer as it has for the consumer?